Brown Cow Hill from Cock Bridge
An 829 m Corbett in Cairngorms, climbed from Cock Bridge.
- Distance
- 17.6 km
- Ascent
- 570 m
- Time
- 5–6.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 829 m
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About this walk
Brown Cow Hill from Cock Bridge is a hard 17.6 km out-and-back walk with 570 m of ascent, taking 5 to 6.5 hours. It starts at Cock Bridge, A939 (grid reference NJ 263 086). It climbs Brown Cow Hill (829 m), a Corbett.
Brown Cow Hill rises to 829 m in Cairngorms, 9 km east of Leabaidh an Daimh Bhuidhe, high enough to be a Corbett.
This route starts from Cock Bridge, A939 and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Cock Bridge, follow the path and tracks towards Brown Cow Hill.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Brown Cow Hill.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
829 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Brown Cow Hill from Cock Bridge take?
- Most walkers take 5–6.5 hours for the 17.6 km route, which has 570 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Cock Bridge, A939 (grid reference NJ 263 086). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Brown Cow Hill (829 m, Corbett).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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